Today we found articles on the basic rules of investing, the best tactics to improve your self-control, and DIY costumes you can make with a bed sheet.
As a fan of some fairly hard to find books, I love Alibris.com (almost as much as I love half.com for CDs and DVDs, plus newer books, but that's a story for another post). [more]
Sit down, relax, and let me tell you a story. A story about how you get to be a hero, and how to get your cable company begging on all fours like a dog.
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After reading Ed's post about Afluenza , I began thinking long and hard about what I have in my life that really matters to me. It's all very well keeping up with the Joneses, but at the end of the day it really doesn't mean anything. [more]
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How to Celebrate Earth Day
Help the planet (and save yourself some money) by celebrating Earth Day. Plus, learn ways to practice sustainability all year round.
Best Money Tips: Easy Ways to Beat Smartphone Addiction
Today we found articles on ways to overcome smartphone addiction, financial advice that you should ignore, and small ways to recharge this summer.
Best Money Tips: 5 Things Everyone Should Splurge On
Today we found articles on things everyone should splurge on, tips to reduce food waste, and smart ways to manage your energy.
5 Reasons Why You (Yes, YOU!) Need an Advance Care Directive
It's easy to avoid planning for critical health care needs, but an Advance Directive really will ease the burden on you — and your loved ones.
Best Money Tips: How to Improve Yourself — Constantly
Today we found articles on ways to constantly improve yourself, how to save money on home repairs, and ways to save money by taking a vacation.
Good Press: 6 Steps to Writing Killer Op-Eds and Commentaries
Don't get caught in a press-release rut; behold the power of the op-ed.
Best Money Tips: 6 Basic Rules of Investing
Today we found articles on the basic rules of investing, the best tactics to improve your self-control, and DIY costumes you can make with a bed sheet.
The Recession Glossary
Insource? Bleisure? Double-dip? The recession has generated a lot of new terms. Learn what they all mean in this recession glossary.
The 5 Best Electric Woks
An electric wok lets you take delicious stir-fry wherever there's an electrical outlet. Find the wok that's right for you from our Best 5.
Best Money Tips: How to Eat Healthy Even During the Holidays
Today we found articles on ways to eat healthy during the holidays, the best dollar store finds, and how the save money on car expenses.
Webcam Etiquette: Tips from the Other Side of the Conference Call
The webcam sees all. Follow these tips for your next video conference.
Best Money Tips: How to Spend Money on Fun
Today we found some great articles on how to spend money on fun, finding freelance work, and seven attributes that matter.
11 Delicious Bacon Recipes That Only Sound Expensive
Spruce up your next meal with America's favorite cured meat. These decadent bacon dishes are delicious and cheap — secret's safe with us!
Best Money Tips: Cheap Ways to Keep Fit and Stay Healthy
Today we found some great articles on cheap ways to keep fit and stay healthy, tips for taxpayer newbies, and discounts hidden in plain sight.
Rare Book Bargains At Alibris
As a fan of some fairly hard to find books, I love Alibris.com (almost as much as I love half.com for CDs and DVDs, plus newer books, but that's a story for another post). [more]
Last night I threatened to disconnect my cable
Sit down, relax, and let me tell you a story. A story about how you get to be a hero, and how to get your cable company begging on all fours like a dog. [more]
The things that money just can't buy
After reading Ed's post about Afluenza , I began thinking long and hard about what I have in my life that really matters to me. It's all very well keeping up with the Joneses, but at the end of the day it really doesn't mean anything. [more]
3 Reasons Not to Save for Your Child's College Fund
It goes against common advice, but you might be better off not saving for your child's college education. Here's why.
The Financial Balancing Act: Musings on Balancing Being Responsible with Having Fun
Sometimes, balancing debt (or staying out of it) with fun things we really enjoy brings up hard questions. [more]
Save Your Retirement by Avoiding These 10 Risky Investments
You could get motion sickness from the ups and downs of these volatile stocks. Keep more of your money by steering clear of these investments.